although dashed off in great haste. In the first place I should say that Messrs. Fenton and Carleton have returned, the former eyes out, as usual on the King Question the latter, as you will percieve by The Cross 5th Feb. comes out with a long leading article aiming an unmistakable blow at you. The New Zealander takes up your cause this morning but as I have not read the production I cannot speak from personal knowledge. There is really no news that I am aware of to tell you beyond what I have already communicated, unless it may be that I have taken to wear a bell topper in your absence, but have not called on H. E. and I don't think I am now likely to do so. I am as you are already aware a fixture in the office for the time being and I suppose when you return which will be absolutely necessary when the